A Conversation with Kongjian Yu

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Kongjian Yu, PhD, renowned landscape architect and professor, College of Architecture and Landscape of Peking University, and Chris Osgood, director of the Office of Climate Resilience, City of Boston. Moderated by Robin Young, Emmy-award winning co-host of WBUR’s Here & Now.

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Discover how urban landscapes around the world face similar environmental challenges and explore innovative solutions that transcend borders. Professor Yu, pioneer of the “sponge city” concept, will share his insights on:

•    Common ecological issues affecting cities globally
•    Nature-based approaches to urban resilience
•    Success stories from around the world

This event promises to inspire hope and showcase tangible solutions for creating sustainable, livable cities. Do not miss this opportunity to envision a greener future for urban spaces worldwide!

Part of the Museum’s Year of the Earthshot, where we explore the most innovative climate solutions of our times and how they affect the ways we live, move, eat, and work.

Register for the Event

Date and Time

Wednesday, October 23 | 9:00 – 10:00 am

Audience

Adults 18+

Location

Skyline View Map

Price

Free with Pre-Registration

Language

English
Register for the Event

Date and Time

Wednesday, October 23 | 9:00 – 10:00 am

Audience

Adults 18+

Location

Skyline View Map

Price

Free with Pre-Registration

Language

English

Discover how urban landscapes around the world face similar environmental challenges and explore innovative solutions that transcend borders. Professor Yu, pioneer of the “sponge city” concept, will share his insights on:

•    Common ecological issues affecting cities globally
•    Nature-based approaches to urban resilience
•    Success stories from around the world

This event promises to inspire hope and showcase tangible solutions for creating sustainable, livable cities. Do not miss this opportunity to envision a greener future for urban spaces worldwide!

Part of the Museum’s Year of the Earthshot, where we explore the most innovative climate solutions of our times and how they affect the ways we live, move, eat, and work.

From the Museum’s Center for the Environment. Presented in collaboration with Stone Living Lab

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